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Simpson SBR/43-R20 SBR 18-Gauge Structural Spacer Bracer (20-Qty)
The Simpson Strong-Tie SBR/43-R20 Structural Spacer Bracer is an 18-gauge (43 mil), G90 galvanized cold-formed steel spacer bracer engineered specifically for structural exterior cold-formed steel stud walls. The SBR provides bracing along the length of the stud and for head-of-wall slip conditions, while reducing the installed cost of cold-formed steel stud walls by enabling faster stud layout and minimizing the need for bridging clips. Patent-pending precision-engineered prepunched slots allow contractors to space studs at 12 in., 16 in., and 24 in. on-center without having to mark the top track for layout, delivering measurable time savings on every job. Backed by bracing load data derived from assembly testing, the SBR mitigates risk for designers and maximizes confidence in design specifications. Sold in a convenient box of 20 and proudly made in the United States.
Key Features
- Patent-Pending Prepunched Slots: Precision-engineered slots strategically located to enable 12 in., 16 in., and 24 in. on-center stud spacing - use the SBR to space studs without having to mark the top track for layout.
- Broad Stud Compatibility: Accommodates 3-5/8 in. and 6 in. studs in thicknesses of 33 mil (20 ga.) through 68 mil (14 ga.).
- Hat-Section Profile for Off-Layout Conditions: In off-layout or end-of-run conditions, the hat-section profiles enable clip attachments to the stud with Simpson Strong-Tie LSSC or RCA connectors.
- Rapid Splice Installation: Prepunched holes in the SBR provide rapid screw installation when spacer-bracer splices are needed for axial load-bearing studs.
- G90 Galvanized Finish: Zinc galvanized (G90) coating provides extra corrosion resistance for demanding structural exterior wall applications.
- 18-Gauge Steel Construction: Made from 18-gauge (43 mil) steel for reliable structural performance.
- Assembly-Tested Load Data: The SBR comes with bracing load data based on assembly testing, mitigating risk for designers and maximizing confidence in design specs.
- Box of 20: Each purchase includes 20 individual SBR structural spacer bracers.
Specifications
- Model Number: SBR/43-R20
- Manufacturer Part Number (MPN): SBR/43-R20
- Steel Gauge: 18 ga.
- Thickness: 43 mil
- Length: 50-3/4 in.
- Coating / Finish: Zinc Galvanized, G90
- Compatible Stud Widths: 3-5/8 in. and 6 in.
- Compatible Stud Thicknesses: 33 mil (20 ga.) through 68 mil (14 ga.)
- On-Center Spacing Enabled: 12 in., 16 in., 24 in.
- Packaging Quantity: 20
- Country of Origin: United States
Approved Applications
- Structural exterior cold-formed steel stud walls
- Bracing along the length of cold-formed steel studs
- Head-of-wall slip condition bracing
- On-module stud spacing at 12 in., 16 in., and 24 in. on-center layouts
- Off-layout and end-of-run conditions using clip attachments with Simpson Strong-Tie LSSC or RCA connectors
- Axial load-bearing stud walls requiring spacer-bracer splices
What's Included
- 20 x Simpson Strong-Tie SBR/43 18-Gauge G90 Galvanized Structural Spac
Frequently Asked Questions
- What stud sizes and thicknesses is the SBR/43-R20 compatible with?
- The SBR accommodates 3-5/8 in. and 6 in. cold-formed steel studs in thicknesses ranging from 33 mil (20 ga.) through 68 mil (14 ga.), making it suitable for a wide range of structural exterior wall assemblies.
- What on-center stud spacing options do the prepunched slots support?
- The patent-pending precision-engineered prepunched slots are strategically located to enable 12 in., 16 in., and 24 in. on-center stud spacing. The slots also allow contractors to space studs without having to mark the top track for layout, speeding up installation.
- How is the SBR different from the DBR, and when should each be used?
- The SBR is designed specifically for structural exterior walls, while the DBR is intended for interior walls to eliminate stud bow and allow for quicker drywall attachment. Both products provide bracing along the length of the stud and for head-of-wall slip conditions, and both feature prepunched slots that eliminate the need for bridging clips with on-module studs.
- What connectors are used with the SBR in off-layout or end-of-run conditions?
- In off-layout or end-of-run conditions, the hat-section profile of the SBR enables clip attachments to the stud using Simpson Strong-Tie LSSC or RCA connectors.
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